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Coding OP, IP, Billing, Auditing Professor, AAPC/NHA Advisory Member
Zia R.

658 hours tutoring

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Hourly Rate: $70
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About Zia


Bio

As a recognized industry leader, I review exams for AAPC and NHA and develop continuing education content that keeps professionals at the cutting edge. I hold six medical billing and coding certifications—including an AAPC Instructorship—and both a BA and MBA in Healthcare Administration. I teach online and in-person for three universities and a vocational college, including City College of New York, a top-ranked institution, where I designed and lead a highly sought-after medical billing,...

As a recognized industry leader, I review exams for AAPC and NHA and develop continuing education content that keeps professionals at the cutting edge. I hold six medical billing and coding certifications—including an AAPC Instructorship—and both a BA and MBA in Healthcare Administration. I teach online and in-person for three universities and a vocational college, including City College of New York, a top-ranked institution, where I designed and lead a highly sought-after medical billing, coding, and auditing program. I also own a coding and education company.
I teach and work in medical billing and coding, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, healthcare law and ethics, electronic health records, healthcare administration, communications, business, and management. As a former department head and current overseer of two university programs, I contribute to allied health textbooks, develop healthcare curricula, and serve on the boards of multiple certification organizations. Leading healthcare technology companies and educational institutions regularly consult me for my expertise, and I’ve even been selected by Indeed to enhance their assessment programs.
These experiences give me access to unique resources and insights other tutors simply can’t offer. Decades in the field mean I can bring real-world stories and scenarios to our sessions—bridging the gap between textbooks and real-life application. Students often say this practical, relatable approach is what makes learning with me enjoyable and memorable.
Most importantly, I’m passionate about helping you reach your academic goals. Whether you need concepts untangled, extra practice beyond standard tests, or help organizing your thoughts for success, I’m here to make complex topics clear and achievable.
If you’re facing challenges or concerned about affordability, reach out—let’s find a solution together.


Education

The University of Arizona Global Campus
Healthcare Administration, Business
The University of Arizona Global Campus
MBA
Seminary of Northern Way
Masters
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Anatomy

Anatomy

I am Department Head for Health Information Technology at a university and I teach A&P for that school and a vocational school. I like anatomy because I have applications that I can use for visuals and access to other applications where you can practice and play with anatomy information. We could get together live or I can do virtual very easily also with screen sharing.
Medical Coding

Medical Coding

Working in over 30 years in the business of healthcare helped me develop an understanding of the field from the most scoped out view to the most zoned in view. During that time, I've worked many specialties of care in many types of facilities. This gives me a particularly unique perspective on this industry. Organizations have used that expertise for publishing educational materials, developing software, improving their companies and evaluating their certification exams. Helping people with their next step is my favorite use of what I bring to the table. Why shouldn't you take advantage of my knowledge, too?

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Excellent! Absolutely NO REGRETS! Highly Recommend Zia!!!!

I had about six sessions with Zia, helping me to prepare to take the CPC Exam for my second attempt. I have never felt more prepared and confident to take on the exam, especially since I'm new to the Medical Billing & Coding arena. Zia was so helpful, she filled in all the gaps of information that I was missing, particularly in the guidelines, terminology, and just general knowledge questions that will come up. I practiced with her on particular sections that were difficult for me, and I reviewed them with her on our follow-up sessions. Zia is patient with you, she helped clear up any confusion or what-if questions you may come across, and overall it was money well spent! I highly recommend Zia to anyone who needs an in-depth understanding of coding & the different sections of the CPT book. I went into my exam with the strategy I felt worked best for me, and I even had time to spare to look over my answers before time ran out. Thank you so much for everything Zia, I couldn't have done it without you!

Abby, 7 lessons with Zia
Tutor responded:

Passed and was employed within a month after her exam! Congrats, Abby!!

Had a stellar first session with Zia!

I knew Zia was meant to be my tutor from the moment I read her profile! Our first session was so great. I've been feeling stuck for months after not passing my first attempt at the CPC exam, and Zia has already given me my confidence back and helped get that brick wall out of my way. I look forward to the next session and moving forward to accomplishing my next step in my career change with Zia's guidance and expertise.

Sunshine, 5 lessons with Zia

Excellent First Impression - Off to a great start

I recently had my first training session and had a great experience. Zia is knowledgeable, patient and a pleasure to work with. Zia took the time to understand my current level of knowledge and created a comfortable learning environment. Although this was only our first meeting, I feel encouraged and looking forward to continuing my training. I appreciate Zia's supportive approach and I am excited for future sessions.

Denise, 2 lessons with Zia

Very knowledgeable, personable, and excellent at explaining difficult topics

I completed a medical billing and coding course at my local community college with no prior experience working in the medical field. When it came time to take my CPC exam I realized I was overwhelmingly not prepared. I found Zia on wyzant and she has been a godsend! Zia is incredibly knowledgeable on everything medical coding, she explains everything in a way to you can actually understand the procedures and diagnoses, she also makes everything enjoyable and I find myself having fun while learning about topics that can be dull trying to learn on your own. I am so beyond grateful for Zia and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to pass the CPC exam, or if you have already passed the test and want to strengthen your skills to get ready for a job. Zia is amazing!

Alexa, 25 lessons with Zia

Knowledgeable, friendly, and patient tutor.

Zia was great, she answered my questions. She told me about things I was not aware of within my course, and also gave me suggestions on how to better prepare myself for my exam.

Leslie, 7 lessons with Zia

Extremely helpful!

Zia is very kind and professional while helping me understand the concepts of medical coding and billing. She helped me create a plan to conquer my my Ed2go course.

Lariann, 4 lessons with Zia

knowledgeable and pleasant

Very helpful and pleasant. Happy I found her. I needed help for my coding certification. She has the expertise I need to succeed.

Shaquna , 3 lessons with Zia

Another Fantastic Lesson!!

Zia is a wealth of knowledge. I have spent over 8 hours with her and her experience as well as being an educator for medical billing and coding will undoubtedly leave me well prepared for my upcoming exam.

Tracey, 20 lessons with Zia

Another Fantastic Lesson!!

Zia is a wealth of knowledge. I have spent over 8 hours with her and her experience as well as being an educator for medical billing and coding will undoubtedly leave me well prepared for my upcoming exam.

Tracey, 20 lessons with Zia

Another Fantastic Lesson!!

Zia is a wealth of knowledge. I have spent over 8 hours with her and her experience as well as being an educator for medical billing and coding will undoubtedly leave me well prepared for my upcoming exam.

Tracey, 20 lessons with Zia
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